Fearless Fighter: An AutobiographyVera Chirwa's story is one of betrayal, imprisonment, torture and exile. Yet it is also a story of hope, inspiration and extraordinary bravery. Born in Malawi under British colonial rule, even as a child she was aware of the injustice meted out to her as an African and a girl. While struggling for her education, she met and fell in love with Orton Chirwa, a charismatic teacher and activist. From then on their fates became intertwined with the politics of their country after independence. As a campaigner, politician, lawyer, wife and mother, Chirwa has left an indelible mark on Malawian politics. Her life embodies African struggles against colonialism and corruption. |
Contents
A Family of Politicians | 1 |
Against an Apartheid Federation | 16 |
Independence | 41 |
The Cabinet Crisis | 60 |
Exile | 78 |
We Have Got You Today | 86 |
The Will to Live | 108 |
Back in Civil Society | 139 |